Iran’s guards chief warns of ‘decisive’ response to threats
Salami also asserted that Yemen’s Houthis operate independently and take full responsibility for their actions.
Asia
Media, US
Trump orders deep cuts to Voice of America, other federal agencies
The order instructs the agencies to scale back their activities to the bare minimum required by law, eliminating any programs.
World
UN chief warns of ‘disturbing rise’ in anti-Muslim bigotry
He called on digital platforms to “curb hate speech and harassment” and urged global leaders to take a stand against.
Asia
China, Russia and Iran to hold nuclear talks in Beijing
However, the deal unraveled after the U.S. withdrew in 2018 during Trump’s first term, prompting Iran to scale back its.
Afghanistan, US
Congressman urges Trump to drop proposed travel ban affecting Afghan allies
“Such a ban could abandon thousands of people in Afghanistan facing Taliban reprisals for helping American service members,” Krishnamoorthi said.
US
Trump administration cuts over 80% of USAID programs, Rubio says
Rubio said the remaining 1,000 programs would now be administered “more effectively” under the State Department, with oversight from Congress.
Middle East
Over 1,000 killed in Syria as new government battles Assad loyalists
Among the dead, 125 were members of government security forces.
Human Rights, US
Afghan deportees among dozens released in Panama after U.S. expulsion
Among those released was Hayatullah Omagh, a 29-year-old Afghan national, who fled Afghanistan in 2022 after the Taliban’s return to.
Europe
Trump’s military aid freeze to Ukraine dominates Kyiv’s morning news
Military aid shipments to Ukraine stopped early Tuesday morning.
Asia
Japan battles worst wildfire in decades as thousands evacuate
The wildfire, which broke out on Feb. 26 amid dry conditions, has proven difficult to control.